Laser-Assisted Liposuction: Here’s the Skinny

Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures. The advent of laserassisted
liposuction is the next evolutionary step in the market of body contouring. The
goal of laser-assisted liposuction is to facilitate liposuctioning, enhance tissue tightening,
and reduce downtime and morbidity. Several different protocols using different
devices and wavelengths generate variable results. Current laser-assisted lipolysis
technology and techniques are reviewed with respective expectations. As laser lipolysis
technology and coinciding experience grow, so will the ability to achieve the aims of
more efficient, safer, and cosmetically pleasing body sculpting.
Semin Cutan Med Surg 27:259-263 © 2008 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures. The advent of laserassisted
liposuction is the next evolutionary step in the market of body contouring. The
goal of laser-assisted liposuction is to facilitate liposuctioning, enhance tissue tightening,
and reduce downtime and morbidity. Several different protocols using different
devices and wavelengths generate variable results. Current laser-assisted lipolysis
technology and techniques are reviewed with respective expectations. As laser lipolysis
technology and coinciding experience grow, so will the ability to achieve the aims of
more efficient, safer, and cosmetically pleasing body sculpting.
Semin Cutan Med Surg 27:259-263 © 2008 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

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